Ronald Pawley

Tips for Writing a Eulogy

A eulogy is one of the most important elements of a funeral, and Ronald J. Pawley has been called upon to give 12 of them since 2004. Although the task can prove difficult, Ronald J. Pawley finds it fulfilling to pay such tribute to friends and family members. A eulogy is the last word in an attempt to define someone's life and outline the positive in a time when many tend to focus on the sadness of their loss. Here follow tips on delivering an appropriate, resonant eulogy:1.) Write down key events that occurred in the person's life or favorite memories you shared.2.) Brainstorm a few unique qualities of the deceased. 3.) Be honest and speak from personal experience.4.) Write down and practice what you will say.Remember that being asked to give a eulogy is a gift. The deliverer of this important address reminds funeral attendees of why this person's life should be celebrated.

Summary

Ronald J. Pawley is a retired (1986) chief officer, incident commander, and hazmat professional in chemical incidents at Eastman Kodak Co., Rochester, N.Y. Kodak Park was among the largest industrial chemical complexes in the northeast. The Kodak Park Fire Department was also considered one of the largest chemical fire-fighting organizations worldwide, providing fire prevention/protection for over 60,400 employees at the Park.Ronald J. Pawley served Eastman Kodak Company from 1953 to 1986, when he retired as Executive Deputy Fire Chief of the Kodak Fire Department. Initially joining as a firefighter, Ronald J. Pawley exhibited initiative and responsibility as a representative of the KPFD at a number of collaborative fire protection and prevention programs. In addition to performing administrative tasks and facilitating emergency response details, Ronald J. Pawley conducted information sessions for Kodak’s thousands of employees and maintained communication with personnel to ensure a safe work environment in this large industrial complex. In 2000, Ronald J. Pawley was invited by Lee Selover, the President of the Charlotte Harbor Merchants Association, to join the Harbortown Planning and Development Advisory Board. As a member of the economic development subcommittee, Ronald J. Pawley helped research and explore a number of statistics on transactions, inventories, and procedures which occur at the Charlotte Harbor.

reviewed Harbortown statistics regarding boat frequency and traffic and advised on the potential consumer markets available for the town. After thorough exploration and investigation, Ronald J. Pawley counseled on viability of business ventures and developments including a prospective market for bed and breakfasts and its effect on the local community. His work contributed to the development of several proposals made by the Charlotte Harbor Merchants Association to the City of Rochester Planning Committee. A number of the proposals are still undergoing consideration and modification.

Work experience

Work experience

Jan 1983 - Jun 1986

Fire Chief

Kodak Park Fire Department

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Now retired, Ronald J. Pawley spends some of his time tending to his garden and landscaping. As part of his landscaping efforts, Ronald J. Pawley built a 4,000 GPH waterfall for his garden. It flows down 38-foot creek bed before reaching his koi pond. There are a few basic garden instruments an individual will need if they plan to build a waterfall for his yard or garden, in addition to a few specialty items such as a submersible water pump and some sort of pond liner. Before construction begins, however, a homeowner must decide where the ideal location for the project is. When choosing a location, there are a few elements that should be considered. For starters, an above- or below-ground waterfall is determined by the type of foundation the yard can provide; a yard without any large areas of soft soil will need to be built on a stone base. An area that provides a slight slope is desirable, though an incline of two feet is all that is required and can be built by hand if necessary. Finally, the size of the waterfall must be determined so that designers know how much water the upper and lower pools will need to hold when the pump is not running. After all these factors have been considered, individuals will be able to place their personal waterfalls in the perfect locations.

Creating a Backyard Bird Habitat

Ronald J. Pawley, a retired fire chief from Rochester, New York,. In addition to his career interests, Mr. Pawley enjoys gardening and landscaping. He maintains a garden in his home backyard, and over the years has added aesthetic features like waterfalls and a koi pond. When creating a garden space like Ronald J. Pawley’s, it is helpful to keep in mind the entire ecosystem of a backyard. Incorporating a bird habitat is one way to help your garden flourish. The following are some ways to create a backyard bird sanctuary. -Continuously provide fresh water year-round, keeping it in an open space and replenishing it ever couple of days. -Do not use insecticides, since birds eat insects. -Keep dead trees around, since birds create hideaways and shelters within them and can often find bugs inside. -Create nesting spaces. Build a pile of brush in a corner, and place nesting boxes around the yard. -Keep well-stocked bird feeders with seeds and nectar. -Keep invasive plants out. They may overpower the native plants that birds and insects use for hunting, shelter, and food. -Create less grassy lawn space and more plant-occupied space, where birds can thrive. This also requires less time and energy spent on mowing and upkeep.

Challenges of Fighting Chemical Fires

By Ronald J. Pawley Fighting chemical fires presents challenges and dangers not associated with non-chemical fires. First of all, chemical fires are often not immediately extinguishable using water, as this can cause an explosive reaction when combined with a variety of chemicals. This is why firefighters often use dry powders or foams to smother chemical fires. Another challenge associated with chemical fires is the risk that toxic chemicals may be released into the air during combustion. If this happens, individuals living and working around the site of the fire could face health complications from breathing in the effected air. Finally, when firefighters are able to use water on chemical fires, there is a risk that this water will seep into the ground and contaminate drinking water. For this reason, firefighters must be vigilant about monitoring water runoff from chemical fires. During my time as a member of the Kodak Fire Department, I fought numerous chemical fires and prepared new employees to do so by providing them with the necessary training and technology. About Ronald J. Pawley In addition to his tenure as a firefighter, Ronald J. Pawley has served as a prominent board member of the Church of the Master. Today, Ronald J. Pawley lives in Greece where he maintains a vibrant garden and waterscape.